• Application submission date: 2/15/2023
  • 2022
  • 2023
• First reply from Hays County Appraisal Office: 4/13/2023

To apply for a homestead exemption in Hays County, TX, you will need to fill out an application and provide documentation to the Hays Central Appraisal District. Here are the steps you can take:

1. Obtain the homestead exemption application form from the Hays Central Appraisal District. You can download the form from their website or request a form by mail or in person.
2. Fill out the application form completely and accurately. Be sure to provide all required information, including your name, address, and Social Security number.
3. Provide documentation to support your application. This may include a copy of your Texas driver’s license or ID card, a copy of your vehicle registration, and a copy of your voter registration card. You will also need to provide proof of ownership or occupancy of the property, such as a deed or lease agreement.
4. Submit your application and documentation to the Hays Central Appraisal District by the deadline. The deadline for filing a homestead exemption application in Hays County is April 30th of the tax year for which you are seeking the exemption.
5. Wait for confirmation of your homestead exemption. Once your application is processed and approved, you will receive a notice of approval in the mail.

It’s important to note that you must reapply for the homestead exemption every year, unless you are over the age of 65 or disabled, in which case you may be eligible for an over-65 or disabled person exemption that does not require annual renewal.